Best Carry-On Garment Bags for Wrinkle-Free Travel in 2023

Travelpro Crew Versapack Carry-on Rolling Garment Bag

The “10” in this bag means it’s on its 10th version, which means there are many aspects and features of a carry-on garment bag that they’ve perfected.

The Travelpro Crew Garment Bag is one of the most stable wheeled garment bags out there. And absolutely great for business trips!

Its Powerscope telescopic handle is designed for comfort and minimizes wobble while on the move. It also locks mid-way so business travelers of different heights can use this bag comfortably.

There are two leather handles for hauling the bag. The top handle is for carriage while the bottom handle is for pulling the bag from the overhead bin.

Much thought has also been put into the material. It is 100% nylon with a protective Dura guard coating for water resistance. The interior is treated with a waterproof coating to keep all your garments safe. It’s also treated with Duraflex technology, making the bag almost indestructible and impossible to break into.

There are two external pockets for small items or jackets and documents. The main compartment has a metal hanger clamp at the top, in between two removable mesh pockets for small items and accessories. There are adjustable hold-down clamps and a foam-padded roll bar to keep suits in place and wrinkle-free. An extension panel also folds out of the bag for longer garments.

The inside of the lid has organization pockets and a compression strap to keep clothes on that side from falling out.

You’ll definitely have no problem bringing this as a carry-on as the Travelpro Crew 10 is most commonly used by airline cabin crew, and for good reason. At 22 x 14 x 9 inches, it will fit most size limitations for carry-on luggage. The biggest drawback of this bag is the weight at 10 lbs. It’s a hefty number and can be limiting especially on budget airlines.

Briggs & Riley Baseline Carry-On Upright Garment Bag

Most wheeled garment bags you will find are made with a horizontal build, which makes the Briggs & Riley garment bag unusual. The upright build is extremely useful, however, when you’re rolling your bag through the plane aisles and avoid hitting the seats. This is, after all, a post about carry-on garment bags.

The aluminum telescopic handles are fixed outside of the bag so it doesn’t eat up packing space. The durable ballistic nylon case also protects your items even if your bag ends up being tossed around.

There are two compartments that both open clam-shell style.

The front compartment holds the suits and is a tri-fold garment bag. It has restraining side panels to keep your suit in place. It can fit up to two suits (or three for the ladies).

There is a wally clamp to hold your own wire hangers. There are two removable zipped mesh pockets in the corners, good for underwear, socks, and a belt.

The main compartment has space for other items and clothing. It can also be opened while in the upright position. Side gusset straps keep the front section from opening all the way and spilling your items. A pair of adjustable restraining panels with two small interior pockets built-in keep all your clothes from falling out if you open this compartment while the case is upright.

Half of the lid of this compartment features a zipped mesh pocket for soiled garments and the other half features two elastic top slip pockets for shoes.

If you still need more space, there are two more pockets on the outside of the bag. It also has a Smartlink strap that you can attach to another wheeled bag if needed.

Samsonite Leverage LTE Garment Bag

Samsonite is well-known for its durable and long-wearing luggage products, so this is one of the most popular wheeled garment bags on the market.

This Samsonite Garment Bag is 100% polyester for a water-resistant finish. It measures 11.8 x 22.5 x 22.2 inches, which is beyond the size restrictions of some airlines. However, most of the time I am sure you will at least get it in the overhead. And many reviewers have stated the bag will still fit in the overhead bins.

At 13.2 lbs, this is also one of the heavier wheeled garment bags online. With these dimensions, it can be a bit awkward. It’s too big for ultra-light business travelers and too small for heavy packers. However, for some, it might still be the perfect travel garment bag!

A full zippered panel opens up to reveal the main compartment of the bag. The top part holds a hanger hook. There are zippered mesh corner pockets on either side for smaller items or accessories. There is a handy shoe compartment below the suit and smaller interior pockets at the top for things like ties.

The second portion of the fold-out can also accommodate neatly folded shirts, to help you start fresh and fast when you arrive. And the 3-panel suiter in this bag is perfect for those who want to arrive wrinkle-free and start work in a flash.

Tech-wise, Samsonite has also included a dedicated USB port so you can charge on the go too. Handy if you ask me!

Zegur 40-inch 3 Suit Carry-On Travel Garment Bag

If you’re a heavy traveler, it’s always good to invest in a sturdy suit carry-on bag that will last for years. That doesn’t mean, however, those good products are always expensive.

The Zegur Garment Bag is a steal, especially for the quality and organization you get with just this one bag.

This is another sleek and slim design, this bag will fit in any overhead bin. Again, make sure to check your airline restrictions on size limitations as the dimensions of this bag is not standard for all. But, it weighs a mere.

The dual-fold bag has several internal zippers and pockets to keep everything organized. It maximizes storage capacity for the interior of the bag and expands storage options with a big external pocket big enough for folders and electronics.

A cloth panel fully unzips to reveal the garment compartment. It has a hook at the top for the hangers, with three dual-buckle straps to keep the garments in place and wrinkle-free. Because there are no thick materials for the interior, the bag is flexible enough to hold up to three suits.

If it doesn’t fit your travel needs, they offer a 100% money-back guarantee Even better is the bag is made of 1800D Polyester making it sturdy and waterproof.

This bag is very well thought out.

Delsey Paris Helium Garment Bag

A non-wheeled option is great if you need to be careful of weight limits for carry-on baggage. And who better to make it than the famous French luggage brand – Delsey Paris!

This garment bag is sleek and streamlined and is easy to carry around for long periods of time. It may seem too slim at 52 x 22 x 3 inches, but it’s very well designed and still fits in all the clothes you need plus miscellaneous travel accessories.

Portability is one of the key advantages of this bag are the organizational features. The front of the bag has a zippered pocket for smaller and quick items. The main compartment for your garments features a hanger clamp and adjustable bar/compression straps to keep your suits in place.

The garment bag folds out via the snaps at the top, which keeps it all in place. The first thing you notice inside is various large zippered compartments to store your goodies. There’s also a removable, padded shoulder strap for hands-free travel.

The main issue with this bag is you won’t be able to complete your look because there are no spaces to keep your shoes. While it’s possible to fit those in, you’ll have to have your own pouch or carrier for it (or throw them in your other luggage).

However, ignoring that issue, this is the perfect lightweight garment bag for business travelers, or your friend’s next wedding!

AmazonBasics Premium Garment Bag

AmazonBasics is of course Amazon’s own brand that is aimed at providing quality at affordable prices. And this bi-fold garment travel bag doesn’t disappoint.

It has ample room for up to 3 suits, with tie-downs to help keep things in place while on the go. It also comes with roomy interior pockets for all those extras that you will want to bring along. Even enough room for shoes. And because the pockets are made from mesh, you won’t have to worry about letting your clothing breathe.

Amazon has also provided pockets for those smaller items, in case you don’t have another bag for them. So, things like pens, smaller electronics, etc are stowed safely while you are traveling, but are still relatively easy access.

And best of all, it comes with Amazon’s limited one-year warranty should anything go wrong.

In terms of carrying, it comes with a decent carry handle but lacks a shoulder strap which is handy if you have other luggage with you.